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Assistant for Records & Registration
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology invites candidates to submit their interest in the Assistant for Records and Registration position. This non-exempt, part-time position reports to the Director of Records and Registration and works closely with other university professionals to evaluate transfer credit, create the Schedule of Classes, and maintain accurate student records.
The position requires a minimum of three years of undergraduate study in education, business, information systems, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Other requirements are experience working with large database applications, experience using Microsoft Office Suite, and proficiency in report generation using structured query language and/or reporting tools such as InfoMaker, Crystal Reports, or Microsoft Access. Prior experience in a college setting is necessary, preferably in a Registrar’s office.
The ideal candidate will possess strong professional communication skills, and knowledge of FERPA as it relates to students. Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial setting essential. Demonstrated high level of customer service in high volume, fast paced, environment is critical.
To apply for this position please complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.Edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail. This position search will remain open until filled.
Harrisburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Corporate Faculty in Mathematics Sought at Harrisburg University
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology seeks qualified, potential corporate faculty members in the Math program to teach undergraduate-level courses in College Algebra in the Fall 2011 Semester. The university is seeking highly qualified willing to teach at our Harrisburg and Lancaster locations. A doctorate is preferred but individuals with an MBA with significant professional experience in the subject matter and an interest in teaching are encouraged to apply.
Our current needs are for our Math 120 course, which is a 3 credit course intended for the student with an elementary knowledge of algebra. Topics include properties of real numbers, problem-solving using equations and inequalities, the theory of algebraic functions, graphing, systems of equations and inequalities, polynomial functions and graphs, exponents and radicals, the binomial theorem, zeros of polynomials, inverse functions, and applications and graphs. Other topics selected from sequences, series, and complex numbers may be covered including the study of functions equations and graphs with emphasis on linear, quadratic and exponential functions.
To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to Linda Wright at LWright@HarrisburgU.edu.
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a new comprehensive, private, non-profit university that emphasizes student-centered learning, competency-based curriculum, and interdisciplinary science and technology programs in a highly technical environment. This unique context reflects our mission of providing quality education while serving economic development needs for the Capital Region and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Our university requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in an active and collaborative environment that stresses high quality service delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents. HU is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in this context.
Corporate Faculty in College Composition Sought at Harrisburg University
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology seeks qualified, potential corporate faculty members in the English program to teach undergraduate-level courses in College Composition in the Fall 2011 Semester. The university is seeking highly qualified willing to teach at our Harrisburg and Lancaster locations. A doctorate is preferred but individuals with an MBA with significant professional experience in the subject matter and an interest in teaching are encouraged to apply.
Our current needs are for our first-year composition course, which includes an introduction to college-level writing strategies with emphasis on critical reading and thinking skills and the composition process. By reading various writing styles and genres, the student will contemplate how purpose and audience guide the writing process. Additionally, writing assignments are to be completed according to deadline with a goal of improving style, grammar, and diction.
To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to Linda Wright at LWright@HarrisburgU.edu.
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a new comprehensive, private, non-profit university that emphasizes student-centered learning, competency-based curriculum, and interdisciplinary science and technology programs in a highly technical environment. This unique context reflects our mission of providing quality education while serving economic development needs for the Capital Region and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Our university requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in an active and collaborative environment that stresses high quality service delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents. HU is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in this context.
Annual Fund and Donor Relations Manager
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology invites applications for the position of Annual Fund and Donor Relations Manager. This position, reporting to the Director of Development, is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of the university's annual fund, managing a prospect pool of 50-100, managing special events and coordinating volunteer management. This position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, self-motivation, ability to handle multiple tasks with organization and flexibility, attention to detail, desire to succeed. The Annual Fund & Donor Relations Manager must thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, be available for local travel, and be willing to work evenings and/or weekend hours as needed. The successful candidate will a Bachelor’s degree and equivalent education and work experience.
To apply for this position please go to www.HarrisburgU.edu to complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail. This position search will remain open until filled.
Harrisburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Admissions Counselor
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology invites candidates to submit their interest in the Admissions Counselor position. This non-exempt, full time position reports to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Systems.
This professional will be responsible for recruiting prospective high school students from a defined recruitment territory and managing the contact with those students. This position will involve travel to college fairs, high schools, and businesses, and will involve a considerable amount of public speaking. In addition, the person will conduct information sessions both off-site and on campus for prospective students in group and individual settings.
The position requires Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and experience in recruiting, sales, or admissions is a plus.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and time management skills, and will have the ability to work independently. Travel, after hours, and weekend work is required. Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial setting essential. Demonstrated high level of customer service in high volume, fast paced, environment is critical.
To apply for this position please go to www.HarrisburgU.edu to complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail. This position search will remain open until filled.
Harrisburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Corporate Faculty in Management and eBusiness Sought at Harrisburg University
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology seeks qualified, potential corporate faculty members in the Management and eBusiness program to develop and teach undergraduate-level courses in finance and accounting in the Spring 2011 Semester. The university is seeking highly qualified individuals with expertise in different aspects of finance and accounting. A doctorate is preferred but individuals with an MBA and/or CPAs with significant professional experience in the subject matter and an interest in teaching are encouraged to apply.
To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to Linda Wright at LWright@HarrisburgU.edu.
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a new comprehensive, private, non-profit university that emphasizes student-centered learning, competency-based curriculum, and interdisciplinary science and technology programs in a highly technical environment. This unique context reflects our mission of providing quality education while serving economic development needs for the Capital Region and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Our university requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in an active and collaborative environment that stresses high quality service delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents. HU is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in this context.
University Librarian
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology invites applications for an entrepreneurial, multi-faceted, and service-oriented information professional. This position, reporting directly to the Office of the Provost, offers exceptional opportunities in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of a wide-range and responsive and innovative library service.
Responsibilities
- Information Literacy. Provide leadership in developing a comprehensive information literacy program across the curriculum and in using multiple technologies to integrate information literacy instruction into general education and programs. Work with Director of Learning Assessment to implement institutional assessment of information literacy, a University-wide learning outcome.
- Collection-Building, Content Management, and Database Licensing. Work collaboratively with faculty and other key constituents to develop, coordinate, and organize all electronic and print collections (including learning objects and media) supporting a science and technology curriculum. This responsibility also includes the selection and procurement of new databases, electronic journals and books or other electronic information resources and the development of consortia agreements with other institutions.
- Technology Across the Curriculum. Contribute to the University’s technology and learning mission in conjunction with faculty, the Office of Information Services, and the Director of Learning Technologies. A boundary-spanning individual with a background in web development, learning technologies, or media is welcomed.
- Partnerships, Outreach, and Collaboration. Provide entrepreneurial leadership by developing collaborative internal and external relationships in grant-writing, program development, or consortia buying agreements. Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with faculty, students, technologists, curriculum design specialists, vendors, and members of library consortia.
- Partnerships, Outreach, and Collaboration. Provide entrepreneurial leadership by developing collaborative internal and external relationships in grant-writing, program development, or consortia buying agreements. Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with faculty, students, technologists, curriculum design specialists, vendors, and members of library consortia.
- Policy and Planning. Develop policies, priorities, procedures, and practices for the management and dissemination of digital or print content; prepare budgets; supervise support staff or student workers; provide input into relevant University policies such as copyright policy; assess effectiveness of services; and partner with Office of Student Services and Office of Information Services in Learning Commons service delivery model.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in librarianship or information science from an ALA-accredited institution
- Minimum of three to four years academic, corporate, or special library experience
- Thorough understanding of information literacy and enthusiasm for playing a role in the development of a highly integrated and relevant university-wide program
- Ability to develop and to deliver instructional sessions for faculty, students, and other constituents
- Experience developing and publishing web-based resources for reference, instruction, or other service delivery
- Experience with collection development, content management, and/or database licensing (including vendor relations)
- Strong technical orientation, especially with emerging web technologies
- Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work with colleagues, students, faculty and staff in a rapidly changing multicultural environment
- Demonstrated initiative and flexibility in adapting to change
- Experience with or potential for internal or external partnering
- Experience with integrated library systems cataloging or circulation modules
Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated understanding of science and technology faculty and students’ information needs and the application of information technologies in serving these populations
- Experience with course management software such as Blackboard or Moodle
- Experience with media, multimedia, web development, or learning technologies
- Experience with electronic portfolios
- Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or program evaluation
- Background, knowledge or interest in learning commons service models
To apply for this position please go to www.HarrisburgU.edu to complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail. This position search will remain open until filled.
Learning Technologies Production Coordinator
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology invites candidates to submit their interest in the Learning Technologies Production Coordinator position. This exempt, full-time position reports to the Director of Learning Technologies. In collaboration with the Director of Learning Technologies and the Director of CAE<, this position will design and implement learning projects and courses aimed at supporting growth in both areas.
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and four to six years experience in instructional technology. Qualifications include experience in designing, writing and developing instructional materials for digital delivery, excellent project management skills, public speaking abilities, and interactive development with Adobe Flash and ActionScript 2+. Experience in K-12 teaching, graphic design, HTML, JavaScript, Moodle, and Distance Learning are preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial setting.
To apply for this position please go to www.HarrisburgU.edu to complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail. This position search will remain open until filled.
Harrisburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Corporate Faculty in Learning Technologies
Corporate Faculty in Learning Technologies Sought at Harrisburg University Harrisburg University of Science and Technology seeks qualified corporate faculty members with expertise and experience in learning technologies for opportunities to deliver graduate-level courses in our Learning Technologies Master of Science program. The university is seeking individuals with instructional design, instructional development or K-16 technology integration experience for the following topics:
- Overview of learning technologies and solutions
- Writing for instruction
- Installing and maintaining a learning technology infrastructure (hardware, software, evaluation / troubleshooting)
- Media selection, design and production
- eLearning development fundamentals
- Learning technology evaluation, selection and implementation
- Moodle
- Virtual classroom facilitation
- Web 2.0 in the organization
- Visual representation for learning and communication
- Using games and simulations for learning
- Game & simulation design
- Classroom technology
- Virtual worlds for learn
- Rapid instructional design and development
Master's degree in a related field and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in instructional design and/or learning technologies is required. Teaching experience inhigher education is highly desirable; preferably at the graduate level. Demonstrated experience and expertise in designing and delivering education and/or training desired.
There are current opportunities for courses that will be taught is spring, summer and fall 2010 at one of three locations (Harrisburg, Lancaster, York County). The potential for online teaching also exists.
Corporate faculty members are independent contractors, who are hired to develop and teach a course or courses as well as advise students when appropriate.
To be considered, please send a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae or resume listing courses taught, and 3 professional references to Linda Wright at LWright@HarrisburgU.edu.
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a comprehensive, private, non-profit university that ensures institutional access for underrepresented students and links learning and research to practical outcomes. The University requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in a collaborative envthat stresses high quality service delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents.
Harrisburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Corporate Faculty in IT Project Management Sought at Harrisburg University
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology seeks qualified, potential corporate faculty members with expertise and experience in information technology project management for opportunities to deliver graduate-level courses in our IT Project Management program. The university is seeking individuals with expertise in risk management, procurement and contract management in information technology, and individuals with expertise in quality assurance measures, quality control processes and quality models representing industry standards and protocols for IT projects.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management is required; master’s degree in a related field (such as information systems or computer science) and PMP certification are highly desirable. Demonstrated experience and expertise in developing and delivering education and/or training desired. Corporate faculty members are independent contractors, and are contracted to teach a course or courses for one semester per contract.
To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to Linda Wright at LWright@HarrisburgU.edu.
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a new comprehensive, private, non-profit university that emphasizes student-centered learning, competency-based curriculum, and interdisciplinary science and technology programs in a highly technical environment. This unique context reflects our mission of providing quality education while serving economic development needs for the Capital Region and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Our university requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in an active and collaborative environment that stresses high quality service delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents. HU is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in this context.
For more information
Office of Human Resources and Administration
HR@HarrisburgU.edu
Harrisburg University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution committed to the principle that access to study or employment opportunities afforded by the university, including all benefits and privileges, be accorded to each person—student, faculty member, staff member, or applicant for employment or admission—on the basis of individual merit and without regard to race, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, sex or age (except where sex and age is a bona fide occupational qualification).
As required by the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), the university is committed to the broad application of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Age Discrimination Act of 1975.